Family Fun and Information Fair– supporting and encouraging local young people

CYPSP- LARNE MARKET YARD-DAS_0303Families and young people from the Larne area attended a fun day and information fair recently to find out more about local services and opportunities for young people.

Organised by the Children and Young People’s Strategic Partnership (CYPSP) Larne Locality Planning Group, the event aims to raise awareness among residents of the range of organisations available to support young people and their families.

Information available included Volunteering Opportunities, Childcare, Youth Provision, Preventing Addiction, Domestic Violence, Poverty and Family Support Services.

Selena Ramsey, Locality Development Officer said, “Events like this fair provide a venue for local people to find out about the breadth of activities and agencies available locally and allows residents to give us feedback on services so we can plan better.”

Larne counsellor Maureen Morrow who also attended the event said, “This has been a great opportunity for families to find out what services are available in the Larne Area.’…. Read more